Jess Robertson

Student of Life :: Teacher :: Speaker :: Founder Entrepreneur :: Breathwork Leader :: Community Architect.

WELCOME

Lovely to have you here. I’m Jess.

Here you’ll find programs and resources that renew a courageous spirit and the inner stamina that is needed to thrive with meaningful direction. 

As Co-Founder and CEO of Modo Yoga (formerly Moksha) for 18 years, I co-piloted a wild and revelatory journey scaling a multi national business, operating as a tight knit community,  from 0 to 75 hot yoga studios worldwide from 2004–2019.  In 2024, as a working mother of two fabulous kids, with my first child, Modo, turning 20, I sold my majority shares to begin a new chapter.  I’m documenting the lessons of my 25 years in wellness, business and community architecture and what I’ve picked up about general life hacks along the way.

My journey into wellness began with a hidden spinal disability.  I had chronic migraines and back pain from age eleven until my early 30s.  My motivation to be pain free and avoid a massive spinal surgery, led me into the study of Anatomy, Physiology and Medical Anthropology at McGill and Certifications in Reiki, Shiatsu, Hypnotherapy, Yoga Therapy, Feldencrais, Alexandre Technique and Graduate work in Buddhist Studies.

As an entrepreneur and business coach to myriad partnership constellations I see a deep connection between inner growth and true success. Through this lens, I work with leaders and teams to amplify individual and community wellness, open-source innovation, energy optimization, vision clarity, and the inner-petri-dish where creativity thrives.

As a somatic practitioner and yoga and breathwork teacher I offer live and online Urban Retreats, Live Online Courses and one on one Somatic Breathwork Sessions to support individuals that are looking for alternative ways to  reconnect with health and vitality.

Urban Retreats

Overwhelm and stress are at epidemic levels - affecting all areas of physical and mental health. 

The Urban Breathwork Retreat is designed to offer a deep, restorative reset for leaders, teams and anyone looking to reconnect with renewed purpose and clarity. 

Urban Retreat Testimonials

  • I was in a dark place at the start of the Urban Retreat. I just wanted to attend and I hoped it would help me find peace of mind. Jess’s presence is genuine and warm, engaging by being herself - caring, intuitive, and sincere. She used her energy to heal my pain. She identified my need - and my physical and mental pain - and I felt a strong, guttural release during her class. She is a healer, a gifted healer and I am honored to have been able to be in her presence. After the experience I felt truly empowered and fulfilled with meaningful direction. I hope to see her again. I feel like I have so much to learn from Jess. Anyone who considers Jess’ retreat - should not hesitate to sign up.

    Marissa

    Columbus

  • I needed a retreat. But as a busy mom and business owner a weekend away isn't in the cards right now. This 90 minute retreat was everything! It was exactly what I needed to drop into myself while being fully supported and connected to others. Jess's offering is a true gift. It was grounding, healing and beautiful and it was only 90 minutes!

    Karen Murphy

    Director, Modo Yoga Charlottetown

  • You always learn something From Jess and then she serenades you with her sweet songs. she never fails to envelope your mind, body and soul! I loved the Urban Retreat because it felt like taking time for myself was a priority. A retreat allows you to come home to yourself while away - this was the version while staying.

    Michelle Corbeil

    Director, Modo Yoga Danforth

  • I love Jess’s classes for many reasons but mostly because she’s the only teacher that always gets me into a deep meditation in Savasana!!

    Chad Underwood,

    Director, Modo Yoga Columbus

  • My Urban Retreat experience became a sanctuary for my soul, a place where I could connect with the deep silence within. At first, the movement awakened a flood of raw emotions. But as the soothing lullabies surrounded me and stillness settled in, I found a sense of peace washing over me. I was able to hardwire this calm feeling into life.

    Lianne, Manager

    Modo Yoga Columbus

  • The Urban Retreat was first of all, an opportunity for me to be surrounded by and within the space of one of our Modo Yoga communities. Secondly and most importantly to be led by our fearless leader Jess Robertson. This made the retreat personal as her presence immediately reminded me of how much I have evolved and that it doesn’t matter how often we practice together because she is with me every time I practice and teach. Jess gave me the gift of “her” ModoYoga 10 years ago and I carry it with me everyday, every practice. To be led by Jess and her salt of the earth presence, was an affirmation of All that Modo Yoga stands for.

    Cindy D’ambrosio

    Toronto

Upcoming Urban Retreats

Fall dates coming soon…

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Wellness Consulting

Jess offers in person and remote consulting to individuals and teams on a sliding scale.

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Who consults with Jess?

Jess brings decades of experience to wellness and vision consulting sessions, offering fresh perspective on leadership, team culture, conflict management, attention science, energy optimization, community based innovation, vision and personal growth.

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Inspire. Connect. Transform.

Jess delivers talks that inspire meaningful change, foster connection, and empower individuals to live with purpose and vitality.

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